One&Only Palmilla, Los Cabos, Mexico

This sprawling resort began life in 1956 as the Legendary
Palmilla Hotel, built by the son of the President of Mexico, Don
Abelardo Rodriguez.

With just 15 rooms, a chapel, and a landing strip, it instantly
made a hit with the Hollywood elite. John Wayne and Frank Sinatra
enjoyed their share of sundowners here, and now Lady Gaga and
Jennifer Aniston follow in their footsteps, soaking up the sun by
the pool, safe in the knowledge that everyone else is far too
discreet to take their picture.

Everything here embodies serenity. Maybe it's the heat that
slows everything down; or the pull and thrust of the sparkling sea,
which drowns out everything but the occasional thud of an iguana
falling from a tree, mid-nap. Each room has views of the Pacific or
Sea of Cortez and a personal butler who magically appears with a
golf buggy each time you venture out. The restaurants serve fresh
fish (Los Cabos has one
of the most diverse communities of fish anywhere on the planet)
and sumptuous tacos, and the tequila is deliciously warm and slips
down far too easily.

WOW FACTOR Jennifer Aniston always books The Villa Cortez for
her birthday - and a sweeping glance of this picture-perfect
hacienda makes it very clear why. With expansive views of the
ocean, a private infinity pool and a staff of 12 dedicated to serve
your every whim, you'll certainly feel like a star.